Commercial Leadership Executive Search in New York City

HaGesher Group helps growth companies identify and secure commercial leaders across sales, marketing, and client success. Our structured executive search combines targeted sourcing, candidate profiling, competency screening, and cultural alignment to support stronger hiring decisions. For companies building U.S. operations in New York City, we bring cross-border recruiting expertise and a practical understanding of leadership needs in competitive markets.

Recruitment consultant discussing commercial leadership candidates with business executives

Our Commercial Leadership Search Services

Targeted recruitment and advisory services for companies building high-performing commercial leadership teams in the U.S. market.

Executive Search

HaGesher Group identifies and places senior sales, marketing, and client success leaders through targeted sourcing, detailed candidate profiling, and structured evaluation.

Startup Team Building

Growth-stage companies receive strategic support building commercial teams, with candidate selection shaped around business goals, role requirements, and cultural alignment.

U.S. Recruitment

Israeli startups and U.S. businesses can access candidate sourcing, vetting, placement, and talent acquisition guidance for leadership and commercial functions.

Strategic Talent Search

Find Leaders Who Accelerate Commercial Growth

Commercial leadership hires influence revenue, customer relationships, market positioning, and team performance. HaGesher Group combines targeted sourcing with candidate profiling, competency assessment, reference validation, and cultural alignment to help companies make informed executive hiring decisions. For organizations expanding in New York City and across the U.S. market, this approach connects leadership needs with candidates prepared to support sustainable growth.

Executive search advisor presenting leadership candidates to a company founder
Trusted Growth Support

Recruitment Impact

See how targeted recruiting and go-to-market expertise can support stronger commercial teams.

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit

"Exceptional Headhunting Service I had the privilege of working with Ben over 18 months. Ben rapidly and efficiently built our marketing, client success, and sales teams. Beyond headhunting, Ben emerged as a valuable thought partner, providing insights into talent acquisition. I highly recommend Ben. If you seek results and strategic..."

Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis
Guy Reznik | Former General Manager @ Lumenis

"We worked with Ben and his group recently, and I could not ask for a better partner. Ben was quick and professional, and always available. What most impressed me is the high level of candidates Ben provided, based on the profile we agreed upon at the beginning of the search...."

Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson
Nadav Yakir | US GM @ Plasson

"Ben is a very dedicated recruiter that spend a good amount of time to understand the customer needs. By analyzing the fine details of the needed candidates he always managed to get a good list of them that usually ends up by hiring one. Highly recommend to work with Ben."

Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield
Eran Rozenfeld | Former US GM @ Equashield

"Ben provided exceptional placement and HR services for our company. He demonstrated remarkable expertise in identifying top talent and seamlessly matching candidates with our specific needs. Ben's professionalism, dedication, and keen understanding of our industry made the entire hiring process efficient and successful. I highly recommend Ben for any organization..."

Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
Itamar Cohen | CEO @ Zipit
The HaGesher Difference

Why Choose HaGesher Group?

A culturally fluent partner for companies hiring commercial leaders in the American market.

Cultural Fluency

Bridges Israeli business culture and U.S. hiring expectations for stronger leadership alignment.

Targeted Sourcing

Builds focused candidate shortlists for critical sales, marketing, and client success leadership roles.

Structured Evaluation

Uses profile calibration, structured interviews, and reference validation to reduce hiring risk.

Cross-Border Insight

Supports Israeli companies and U.S. operators navigating commercial hiring in New York City.

Meet The Leadership Team

Experienced recruitment and go-to-market advisors supporting ambitious companies.

Portrait of Ben Gross, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of HaGesher Group

Ben Gross

Chief Executive Officer; Co-Founder; SHRM-CP

Ben Gross is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of HaGesher Group, bringing a proven track record as a seasoned headhunter specializing in identifying top-tier global talent for startups. He holds a SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential, reflecting his deep expertise in human resources and talent strategy. Ben focuses on helping Israeli companies successfully hire and go to market in the United States, guiding founders through the complexities of cross-border recruitment. His approach combines rigorous candidate screening with a keen understanding of cultural alignment between Israeli teams and American hires. Based in New York, Ben leverages his network across AI, software, semiconductor, defense, and medical device industries to connect clients with exceptional leadership and go-to-market talent, ensuring every placement supports long-term business growth.

Portrait of Francesca Gross, Co-Founder and Go-to-Market Expert at HaGesher Group

Francesca Gross

Co-Founder; Go-to-Market Expert

Francesca Gross is a co-founder of HaGesher Group and a visionary go-to-market expert dedicated to helping startups translate their technology into memorable, compelling stories. She specializes in narrative strategy, business development, and product-market fit analysis for Israeli companies entering the American market. Francesca's expertise was recently showcased when she moderated the 'From Pilot to Revenue' panel at Atlanta AI Week, discussing how startups can convert AI pilots into sustainable revenue. She works closely with founders and executives to align growth plans with talent acquisition, operational processes, and measurable metrics. Passionate about bridging cultural and communication gaps between Israeli and American business practices, Francesca is committed to empowering her clients with the strategic insight and storytelling tools needed to succeed in a competitive U.S. market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does commercial leadership executive search include?

Commercial leadership executive search includes defining the role, calibrating the candidate profile, sourcing qualified leaders, reviewing experience and competencies, conducting structured interviews, and validating references. HaGesher Group focuses on sales, marketing, and client success leadership roles, helping companies evaluate both functional capability and cultural alignment with their existing teams and growth objectives.

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Need Guidance On Your Leadership Search?

Talk with HaGesher Group about your commercial hiring priorities.

Commercial Search Service Areas

HaGesher Group supports leadership recruitment across New York and the broader United States-Israel business corridor.

New York

Primary Market

United States

Service Coverage

Israel

Cross-Border Reach

Building A Team In Your Area?

Share your hiring goals and discuss the right recruitment approach.

Recognized Expertise

Awards and Recognition

SHRM Certified Professional credential for Ben Gross

SHRM Certified Professional

Ben Gross holds SHRM-CP.

Pitango event recognition for HaGesher Group

Pitango Event Speaker

Spoke at a 2024 event about recruitment and global expansion.

Atlanta AI Week panel recognition for Francesca Gross

Atlanta AI Week Panel

Francesca Gross moderated the 2026 From Pilot to Revenue panel.

Build Your Next Commercial Leadership Team

Tell us about your hiring goals, leadership needs, and U.S. growth plans so we can discuss the right search approach.

Contact Us Today

You can also send us a quick email at ben@hageshergroup.com.